Cristiano Ronaldo scripts history in Saudi Super Cup Final, becomes first player to…
Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name in history on Saturday, as he became the first footballer to score 100 goals in four different countries. The 40-year-old achieved the milestone with a first-half strike in the Saudi Super Cup final against Al Ahli.
Cristiano Ronaldo scripted history
Ronaldo has scored a total of 450 goals for Real Madrid, 145 for Manchester United, 101 for Juventus, and 138 for Portugal.
Ronaldo put Al Nassr ahead with a penalty kick in the 41st minute. The only team where he was unable to reach 100 goals is Sporting CP. Since joining the Saudi squad before this game, Ronaldo has scored 99 goals in 111 games across all competitions.
Ronaldo set up an important assist for his teammate Joao Felix, who scored the winning goal against Saudi Pro League champions Al Ittihad in the semifinal.
The occasion was historic, marking the first time the Saudi Super Cup final was staged outside the Middle East. Al Ahli fans added to the spectacle with a vibrant atmosphere, keeping the stadium buzzing throughout the match.
Ronaldo’s performance in the Saudi Super Cup final brought thousands of spectators to Hong Kong Stadium. After his second stint with Manchester United ended, he joined Al-Nassr in 2023.
Ronaldo has won five Banllon d’Ors
Having won five Ballon d’Ors, Ronaldo is now considered one of the greatest football players in history. He joined Manchester United in 2003 after rising through Sporting Lisbon’s youth system. He won three Premier League titles and a Champions League in his first season at Old Trafford.
Story Highlights
- Cristiano Ronaldo scripted history on Sunday during the Saudi Super Cup Final against Al Ahli
- Ronaldo became the first footballer to score 100 goals for four different countries
- Thousands of spectators gathered to witness Ronaldo’s performance
- Ronaldo has won five Ballon d’Ors and his considered on of the greatest footballer in history
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